Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1199 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 70/100 vs 49/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 1,681,378); the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is noticeably lighter (200g vs 234g).
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper: $1199 vs $1499
- Better camera (73/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (27/100 vs 6/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 1681378
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5311
- Lighter: 200g vs 234g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 7/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 21 points higher (70/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (27/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (50/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (27/100 vs 6/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1681378 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $1499 |
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 56.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (90/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (50/100 vs 7/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (27/100 vs 6/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 21 points (70/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (90/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.